Capistrano Valley High's band wins state title

Capistrano Valley High School's Black and Gold Brigade marching band performs at at the Southern California Judging Association's California State Band Championships. COURTESY OF CINDY BOULANGER

Capistrano Valley High School's marching band recently won a state title for the fifth consecutive year.

The 88-member Black and Gold Brigade placed first in its division at the Southern California Judging Association's California State Band Championships. It's the Brigade's sixth title in seven years.

Andy Waldukat, Capistrano Valley's director of instrumental music, said the performance was the best of the year.

“Performing at a high level consistently is not easy, and this is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students and parent volunteers,” Waldukat said.

Color guard member Mali Nelson's dance performance also earned the award for most outstanding soloist.

The Brigade was one of nine bands competing in the 4A division.

Drum majors Michelle Preston and Molly Smith led the band. This year's show was titled “Starlight” and was inspired by music from the Smashing Pumpkins, Phillip Glass, Owl City and Carol Brittin Chambers.

Capistrano Valley High School's Black and Gold Brigade marching band performs at at the Southern California Judging Association's California State Band Championships. COURTESY OF CINDY BOULANGER
Capistrano Valley High School's marching band recently won for the 5th year in a row the state title in its division at the Southern California Judging Association's California State Band Championships. COURTESY OF CINDY BOULANGER
Capistrano Valley High School's Black and Gold Brigade marching band performs at at the Southern California Judging Association's California State Band Championships. COURTESY OF CINDY BOULANGER
Capistrano Valley High School's marching band recently won for the 5th year in a row the state title in its division at the Southern California Judging Association's California State Band Championships. COURTESY OF CINDY BOULANGER

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